Who is our top ranked provider in Bear DE? [Updated]

Best Bear Internet Service Providers

Bear, DE has a total of 4 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 4 internet service options in Bear. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Bear is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	98.5%
2	Verizon	Fiber	940 Mbps	880 Mbps	94.1%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Bear DE Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Bear have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Bear are compared to New Castle County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Delaware overall?
Average download speeds in Bear of 59.53 Mbps are faster than the New Castle County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Delaware.

Bear Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 79.2% of New Castle County residents
The average internet download speed in New Castle County is 29.1 Mbps based upon 1071352 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Bear is 86% faster than the average in Delaware and 83.7% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Bear is 15.17 Mbps. This is 64.5% faster than the New Castle County average and 30.8% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 99.7% of the Bear population
There are 4 residential internet providers in Bear, DE providing service to at least 15% of the city

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Bear residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Xfinity as the top provider for Bear, Delaware.

How do the internet speeds in Bear compare to other cities in Delaware?

Click through to see how the Bear broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bellefonte, Delaware City, Elsmere, Laurel, Milton, New Castle, Woodside East

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Bear, Delaware?

The following zip codes were used: 19701, 19702 and 19720

Who has the fastest internet service in Bear?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Bear.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Bear, Delaware.

Bear Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.